What do you know about India, Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng asked. A pause before answer
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng gained attention after questioning Prime Minister Modi about media access during his visit to Oslo. In a recent interview, she expressed her admiration for Indian culture but acknowledged her limited knowledge of the country. Lyng has defended her confrontational approach to journalism, emphasizing the importance of press freedom and accountability.
- ▪Helle Lyng confronted PM Modi in Oslo, questioning his lack of media interaction.
- ▪In an interview, she admitted her knowledge of India is limited but expressed a positive impression of the country and its people.
- ▪Lyng has defended her journalistic approach, stating that it is essential for the press to challenge powerful leaders.
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What do you know about India, Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng asked. A pause before answerHelle Lyng, who recently went viral for her confrontation with PM Modi over no media interaction, faced a question over her knowledge of India. Updated on: May 21, 2026 3:46 PM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng has made headlines in India after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Norwegian capital of Oslo last week. Lyng is at the centre of a row after she called out to Modi in Oslo asking why he would not answer questions from “the freest press in the world”.
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